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From the Field: PBE Jobbers Flocked to Phoenix for Business Education

Over 100 paint, body and equipment jobbers gathered in Phoenix, Ariz., April 28-29 for the annual Paint, Body & Equipment Specialists Spring Conference. The theme this year was “Boosting Your Bottom Line.” Attendees were treated to special presentations such as: • “Sales Mastery: How to Dominate Your Market in Any Economy” – Noah Rickun, BuyGitomer,

AMI Announces 2010-2011 Board of Trustees

The Automotive Management Institute (AMI) announces the members of its 2010-2011 board of trustees, with Tony Passwater, AEII, Indianapolis, Ind., elected as chairman. Other board members include: • Sheri Hamilton, AAM, ASA-Missouri/Kansas, Overland Park, Kan. • Bob Keith, AAM, CARSTAR, Overland Park, Kan. • Tim McDonnell, Mitchell1, Poway, Calif. • Ron Pyle, Automotive Service Association,

CARSTAR Launches 2010 National SuperStang Tour

Tour will wrap up with sweepstakes to win 2007 High Performance Hertz Shelby Mustang.

Comparing Computerized Measuring Systems

Pilots flying in dense fog have to rely on their instruments to make safe landings. Can you do the equivalent of an instrument landing when repairing a vehicle? Only if you can determine the dimensional accuracy of a structural frame…by using a computerized measuring system

I-CAR Names New Director of Marketing & Distribution

I-CAR announced today that William Stage has been appointed to fill the newly created position of director of marketing & distribution. Stage will report to John Edelen, president and CEO of I-CAR. Stage comes to I-CAR with over 20 years of experience in the collision inter-industry and is familiar with the I-CAR organization, having previously

Employee Retention is Key to Continued Success

Companies that build and maintain a superior workforce will have a long-term competitive advantage in their marketplaces. Here are some strategies for doing just that.

AASP Marks 10th Anniversary in Las Vegas, Welcomes New Affiliate

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) celebrated 10 years as an industry organization while in Las Vegas to participate in Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week events. Representatives from all AASP affiliate organizations were on hand to mark the occasion. Since its inception in 1999, AASP has grown to 11 state/regional associations representing over 8500 automotive

Parts Substitution Causing Average Severity to Decline

Despite rising OEM parts prices, average severity is decreasing, according to Mitchell International’s latest quarterly Industry Trends Reports (ITR). Mitchell’s Greg Horn says that the decline in severity is surprising considering OEM parts prices, but the use of aftermarket and refurbished parts is likely the cause. Horn, vice president of industry relations, says that the

SUPER TECHNOLOGY ISSUE: Airbag Basics

Airbags, along with other components of safety restraint systems, are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and misinformation is spreading like wildfire. Here’s the real deal on what you need to know to restore them to OEM standards.

SUPER TECHNOLOGY ISSUE: Pedal to the Metal

Carmakers are introducing exotic metals to vehicle
structures at an alarming rate for the sake of fuel efficiency and passenger safety. Understanding their properties is key to quality repairs.